Esmeralda Island
Island Remote island in Chile's Magallanes region
A remote island in Chile’s Magallanes region, part of the southern fjordlands; it figures into expedition cruising, wildlife observation and passage navigation through channels and straits.
How to Get to Esmeralda Island #
Access to Esmeralda Island in the Magallanes region requires a charter boat from a regional port such as Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales. Sea conditions and weather strongly influence scheduling; travel should be organized through experienced local operators.
Tips for Visiting Esmeralda Island #
- Weather and sea conditions in southern Chile can change rapidly-plan extra days for travel.
- Bring appropriate cold-weather and wet-weather gear; this is subpolar maritime climate.
- Coordinate with local operators for boat access-many islands in Magallanes are reached only by charter.
Best Time to Visit Esmeralda Island #
Visit during the austral summer (Dec-Mar) for the most navigable seas and longest daylight hours.
Weather & Climate near Esmeralda Island #
Esmeralda Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 0°C to 12°C. Heavy rainfall (4830 mm/year), wettest in March, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (443 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (417 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (463 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (415 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (377 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (320 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (403 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (362 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (315 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (432 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (432 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (451 mm) and breezy conditions.
